Banking
A well-structured and ever-growing network of local and international banks, strictly controlled by the UAE Central Bank, offers a full range of commercial and personal banking services. Transfers can be made without difficulty as there is no exchange control and the dirham is freely convertible. To open a bank account in the UAE (with a few exceptions), you usually have to be a resident. Normal banking hours are usually Saturday to Thursday, from 08:00 to 13:00 or 14:00 (some banks also keep later hours).
Bank Accounts
Dubai is full of reputable banks that offer current, deposit and savings accounts, as well as credit cards and loans (although a lot more caution is now being used by banks where l
Read moreMain Banks
ABN AMRO Bank: 04 351 2200 Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank: 04 295 8888 Arab Bank: 04 295 0845 Bank
Read moreATMs
Most banks operate ATMs (Automatic Teller Machines, also known as cash points or service tills) that accept a wide range of cards. Most ATMs, although linked to a specific bank, ar
Read moreMoney Exchanges
Money exchanges can be found all over Dubai, offering good service and reasonable exchange rates, often better than the banks. You’ll find at least one in all major shopping mall
Read moreCredit Cards
Most shops, hotels and restaurants accept the major credit cards (American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa). Smaller retailers are sometimes less likely to accept credit
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News
Dubai presented with ‘The Most Beautiful Travel Destination’ award in ChinaDubai has been presented ‘The Most Beautiful Destination’ award by the China Travel Channel after a jury comprising of 100 senior Chinese journalists endorsed the emirate over several other destinations including US, France, Germany, UK and Singapore for the award given to mark the 10th anniversary of the popular TV channel. The award was received [...]
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